Lillywhite internationalists
Preston North End supporters should keep an eye out for some of their international players who will be representing their countries in exhibition matches on Wednesday 11th August.
Inevitably, the old club vs country row could escalate for PNE boss, Darren Ferguson with the Lillywhite’s in action on Tuesday 10th against Stockport in the Carling Cup. read article »
Preston’s best view? Beautiful Broadgate
The days are drawing longer, the air is growing warmer and the flowers are blossoming brighter. Ah yes, ladies and gentlemen, it appears spring is creeping back upon us.
Spring does a lot of brilliant things; it sends the first tantalising smells of early-evening barbecues into the air, it prompts the birds to chirp with a little more cheer, and, of course, it strives to show some wonderful and beautiful parts of Preston in all their splendid glory. read article »
Friendly Steam Engines head for Preston
Do your kids or grand children adore trains? If so they’ll love the Friendly Engines visiting the Ribble Steam Railway this May Bank Holiday Weekend.
Birds, Bees & Black Leopards
In my last article I gave ideas as to how to create a wildlife oasis in ones very own back garden and I was pleased to hear some of the success stories but now we are reaching the time of year when a great variety of birds will abandon city life and head off to a more rural surrounding. Yes, it’s the breeding season and it’s all beginning to happen out there.
A Preston Love Song
Get a dose of culture with your coffee later this month. First year illustration students from UCLAN will be exhibiting their work upstairs at the Equator Arts Cafe from 23rd – 30th April 2010.
Simon Faithfull’s Premiere Exhibition is in Preston!
Ever heard of Simon Faithfull? Most people know the English artist for his quirky art pieces, especially his strange films and unusual installations.
Ever wanted to visit a Faithfull exhibition? Well now you can! Right near your doorstep. As part of the Abandon Normal Devices (AND) Festival, Harris Art Gallery is premiering his first ever exhibition of Recent Findings in the UK, which includes the black and white film, 0°00 Navigation.
Takeaway Review: Royal China
Located on Moor Lane the Royal China takeaway is popular with Chinese students and locals alike.Whenever I pass people are sat at the little table in the window eating so with a Chinese food lover visiting I thought I’d give it a try.
Create Your Own Wildlife Oasis
When I asked my girlfriend Tracey, how many types of British birds she could identify, she quickly replied “About ten”. And if I were to ask you as a reader what would your reply be?
Preston Reggae Festival
Local dub poet Prince Marley stopped by the Preston FM studio yesterday to chat about his poetry and hopes for the Preston Reggae Festival, planned for this summer.
Restaurant review: EastZEast
Ventured to EastZEast last night for a friend’s birthday meal. The traditional Punjab cuisine and modern interior is obviously a big hit with fellow Prestonians as the place was packed.
Make a Mark – a Chat with Moot.
Local photographers are captivated by The Ship Inn’s mural wall, the ever changing artwork is eye catching and inspirational. On a grey day in Preston the colours break up the monotony of the landscape, it’s a great surprise to discover a new piece of artwork there. I wanted to find out more, quizzed Chris Moot – one of the artists behind the wall and discovered he has a lot of exciting projects on the horizon. A fledging clothing label MakeMake to be launched next month and the Shakedown Project amongst others. Read on…
The Sound of the Underground
Dr Hoffmann aka Norbert Papp spent the first half of the new millennium building a reputation as one of the most sought after events promoters in Hungary, his renowned Techno nights pulling in crowds of over a thousand people per night. In 2005 after a series of unfortunate events he left Hungary for the UK and thought he had turned his back on the music scene for good. Two years later he rediscovered his passion for music. A radio production course at Preston FM inspired his ground breaking foray into radio with his electronic dance music show, the Blind Spot.
Do you remember…?
The alpine ski mural inside Pizzaland? Queuing all the way around the corner of the Odeon cinema in town and wondering whether you were going to get in? To brighten up the gloomy weather I bring you a ray of nostalgia…
The Beauty of Lancashire at Spring Time
A great deal of us long to be somewhere else, maybe on a tropical beach or possibly sitting in the shade of a harbour a cafe, hiding away from the Mediterranean sun whilst sipping a long cool drink, but these are luxuries that come very rarely and also at a cost. Fifteen or so years ago I found myself flying over the North West of England on my way to a Caribbean Island known as the Dominican Republic. It was a fourteen hour flight in miserable cramped conditions and to be perfectly frank, not worth it. Upon my return; and suffering from a major tummy bug, I vowed never to try it again and dedicate more of my time to exploring the countryside and the wildlife that surrounds Preston.
Preston Wish List
Random yet fun post! Thought I’d play town planner for the day & list what I’d like to see in Preston’s city centre…Here’s my personal Top 10…
1. A whacking great big kid’s play area, on the scale of Withy Grove Park Play area in Bamber Bridge, with a skate park, BMX ramps, fountains, picnic tables & cafe for families.
2. An independent cinema.
3. Cultural quarter with subsidised artist’s workshops, offices, an exhibition space and shop.
4. Tramlines, cycle routes & zero traffic.
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